Stephen Sternschein, owner of Empire Control Room, shares his journey from New Jersey to open one of the most successful venues in Austin:

  • Being in a band from New Jersey and almost playing with The Roots and Lauryn Hill,
  • Getting into the business side of the music industry,
  • Coming to Austin during SXSW and organizing shows,
  • How Empire Control Room came about and how it fits in the Red River Cultural District,
  • The broken permit system in Austin
  • Building a relationship with George Clinton aka P Funk
  • Dealing with Fire Marshals

Quote from the show:

“Going back to my roots as an artist, being in a position wanting to work with a venue that cares more about the shows and wants to guide you through it rather than

[showing you] tough love.” – Stephen Sternschein

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Part 3 of Dating & Nightlife Series

Friday August 28th @ 6:30pm

At Cotone Italian Clothing Boutique (2815 Guadeloupe Street)

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